Peter Bixby is a

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politician.

Education

Bixby graduated from Attleboro High School. Bixby earned a B.A. from

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in 1984 and a Ph.D. in comparative literature from

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in 1999.

Political career

On November 6, 2012, Bixby was elected to the

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where he represents the Strafford 17 district. Bixby assumed office on December 5, 2012. Bixby is a

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Personal life

Bixby resides in Dover, New Hampshire. Bixby is married and has two children.

References

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